Sport & Physical Activity Education & Young People 2024
Track Academy

Track Academy Annual Report 2024

Track Academy is the only athletics charity in England to combine elite track coaching with education, mentoring and life skills support. Based at Willesden Sports Centre in London and serving young people aged 5 to 21, the charity provides a 360-degree approach to youth development, helping student-athletes from disadvantaged backgrounds succeed both on the track and in life.

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Young people aged 5–21 supported through athletics and education at Willesden Sports Centre Key Metric 1
New Chief Executive Officer appointed, Patrik Ewe, driving forward the charity's growth Key Metric 2
Holiday schemes, mentoring and life skills sessions delivered alongside athletic programmes Key Metric 3
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📋About

Athletic coaching for young people aged 5–21; education and mentoring sessions; life skills programmes; holiday activity schemes; after-school athletics; support for disadvantaged young people through sport

📊Key Metrics

Young people aged 5–21 supported through athletics and education at Willesden Sports Centre Key Metric 1
New Chief Executive Officer appointed, Patrik Ewe, driving forward the charity's growth Key Metric 2
Holiday schemes, mentoring and life skills sessions delivered alongside athletic programmes Key Metric 3

✅Key Outcomes

  • Young athletes building confidence, resilience and discipline on and off the track
  • Disadvantaged young people in London gaining qualifications and life skills through sport
  • Next generation of athletes and community leaders supported in some of London's most deprived areas

📍Geography

London

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